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EW Grobbel

Premium whole-muscle meat & pickle producer

Food Safety & Quality Coordinator

Full-TimeUpdated on 10/23/2026
No salary listed
Entry, Junior
Bachelor's, Associate's
Detroit, MI, USA+1 moreMore locations: Taylor, MI, USA
In Person100% of work time is on the plant floor; work locations are Detroit and Taylor, Michigan.
Manufacturing Quality & TestInspection & Test, Validation, Compliance & Quality Systems

About the job

Requirements
  • A high school diploma or equivalent is required; an associate or bachelor’s degree in food science, biology, chemistry, or a related field is a plus.
  • One to two years of experience in quality assurance or a food production environment is preferred but not required.
  • Ability to work entirely on the plant floor, routinely lift 30 pounds, and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
  • Basic knowledge of food safety regulations, Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP) principles, and quality control methodologies.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Responsibilities
  • Conduct quality checks on products, packaging, and equipment to ensure compliance with company and regulatory standards, including HACCP and United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) standards.
  • Perform routine product testing, including temperature, weight, pH, and other quality measures, and accurately document results.
  • Support quality audits, document findings, and implement corrective actions to address deviations or non-compliance.
  • Identify areas for process improvement and suggest changes to enhance product quality and consistency.
  • Maintain and update quality assurance records and logs, ensuring documentation aligns with regulatory and internal standards.
  • Provide guidance to team members and participate in training on quality standards and procedures.

About the company

EW Grobbel is a family-founded meat company known for premium whole muscle meats and pickles. Its products, sold under the Grobbel’s brand, include corned beef and other deli meats produced in Detroit and distributed across Michigan and hundreds of U.S. distribution centers. The company operates by crafting high-quality foods through skilled production, while expanding via acquisitions (Sy Ginsberg's Meat & Deli and Topor's Pickle Company) to strengthen its deli-focused offerings. What sets EW Grobbel apart is its long heritage dating back to 1883, a culture that emphasizes employee development, integrity, and under-promising while over-delivering. The company aims to unite communities through food for generations by continuously innovating while maintaining respect for people and tradition.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Detroit, Michigan

Founded

1883

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • On May 15, 2026, Grobbel opened St. Clair Shores, targeting hundreds of jobs.
  • The company invested $15 million and will ramp production over twelve months.
  • Freirich assets moved to Detroit in 2024, expanding corned beef volume immediately.

What critics are saying

  • St. Clair Shores still needs testing, staffing, and product validation before full output.
  • Freirich emerged from Chapter 11, signaling acquisition targets with fragile economics and integration strain.
  • A food-safety recall would instantly damage Grobbel's century-old meat brand.

What makes EW Grobbel unique

  • Since 1883, Grobbel dominates Detroit corned beef with Eastern Market manufacturing depth.
  • Its 2026 St. Clair Shores plant adds 90,000 square feet and regional redundancy.
  • Freirich, Ba-Tampte, Topor's, and Sy Ginsberg build a deli-brand portfolio.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Vacation
  • Performance Bonus
  • 401(k) Company Match

Company News

Meat+Poultry
May 20th, 2026
EW Grobbel expands with new Michigan facility opening.

EW Grobbel expands with new Michigan facility opening. 05.20.2026 ST. CLAIR SHORES, MICH. - EW Grobbel, a Detroit meat company known for its corned beef and various meat products since 1883, announced it recently opened its newly renovated production facility in St. Clair Shores, Mich. The 90,000-square-foot facility was acquired from Perdue Premium Meat Co. in late 2023 and operated under the Alexander & Hornung brand. "This facility positions us for long-term growth while allowing us to continue investing in people, products and innovation," said Jason Grobbel, president of EW Grobbel. "This is a new example of our team's commitment to responsible and purposeful growth as we continue our 143 year commitment to quality and excellence." EW Grobbel expects the facility to open incrementally over the next 12 months. "The facility will ramp up production over the coming months and is expected to create hundreds of jobs, further strengthening our commitment to the community and the future of food manufacturing in the region," said Ryan Chapp, senior vice president of Grobbel. Company officials also expressed appreciation for the Detroit community for helping to renovate the building. "We are grateful to the City of St. Clair Shores and all of our local partners who worked with us to get this project across the finish line," Jason Grobbel said. "Their support and collaboration were instrumental in making this facility a reality." The St. Clair Shores facility marks Grobbel's second expansion outside of its historic manufacturing hub in Detroit's Eastern Market. In 2018, Grobbel's added a building in Taylor, Mich., with manufacturing and distribution capabilities. During 2024, EW Grobbel acquired the assets of Freirich Foods Inc. Get better meat and poultry industry search results. Adding Meatpoultry tells Google to prioritize MEAT+POULTRY stories.

Meat+Poultry
Dec 16th, 2024
EW Grobbel acquires North Carolina meat company

Earlier in 2024, EW Grobbel acquired a 90,000-square-foot manufacturing plant in St. Clair Shores, Mich.

dBusiness
Jan 3rd, 2024
EW Grobbel in Detroit's Eastern Market Adds Manufacturing Space in St. Clair Shores

EW Grobbel, a local food company known for its corned beef and other meat products, today announced it has acquired a manufacturing facility in St. Clair Shores.

Detroit Jewish News Foundation
Nov 16th, 2023
The company is growing Jewish deli food brands in a merger with Brooklyn's Ba-Tampte Pickle Products.

In recent years, Grobbel acquired two local favorites: Topor's Pickle Company, founded in 1960, and Sy Ginsberg's Meat & Deli products, around since 1981.